Driving from Yangon to Mandalay
Mandalay lies 575 km (357 mi) north of Yangon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 46 min without stops, over roughly 701 km (436 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Yangon | Mandalay | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Myanmar | Myanmar |
| Population | 4.5 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 83 m (272 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) |
Where to book car hire from Yangon to Mandalay
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Staying in Mandalay
Our booking partner lists 135 places to stay in Mandalay. Of the 134 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (107), and 4 are five-star. Across 12 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 1,640 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Mandalay
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Common questions
How far is Mandalay from Yangon?
575 km (357 mi) in a straight line, north of Yangon; by road roughly 701 km (436 mi).
How long does it take to get from Yangon to Mandalay by car?
About 8 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Yangon and Mandalay?
No, both are on Asia/Yangon at the moment.
Where can I stay in Mandalay?
Our booking partner lists 135 places to stay in Mandalay, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.